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$406+ Cheap flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL) to Chicago (CHI)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/18. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
BSL — CHI
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Basel (BSL) to Chicago (CHI). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated April 17, 2025.

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Round-trip from

$454
(American Airlines)

One-way from

$406
(Mytrip)

Popular in

March

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$448
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Cheapest flights from Basel to Chicago
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Basel to Chicago. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on April 17, 2025.

This American Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure American Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:50 amBSL - ORD
1 stop30h 55mAmerican Airlines
Tue 6/34:44 pmORD - BSL
2 stops23h 06mAmerican Airlines
Deal found 4/17$454
This British Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure British Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2411:50 amBSL - ORD
1 stop13h 25mBritish Airways
Tue 6/38:30 pmORD - BSL
1 stop15h 45mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$455
This Iberia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Iberia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/46:00 amBSL - ORD
2 stops17h 18mMultiple Airlines
Sun 7/209:15 pmORD - BSL
1 stop18h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/17$628
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/186:05 amBSL - ORD
1 stop15h 50mLufthansa
Mon 7/283:35 pmORD - BSL
1 stop10h 35mLufthansa
Deal found 4/17$654
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 5/2410:15 amBSL - MDW
2 stops15h 30mDelta
Wed 6/47:25 pmMDW - BSL
2 stops15h 30mDelta
Deal found 4/17$691
This United Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure United Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/49:45 amBSL - ORD
2 stops17h 25mUnited Airlines
Sun 7/201:09 pmORD - BSL
2 stops13h 01mUnited Airlines
Deal found 4/17$781
This Delta deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Delta is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/2010:15 amBSL - ORD
1 stop10h 55mDelta
Mon 4/284:15 pmORD - BSL
2 stops13h 55mDelta
Deal found 4/17$787
This Air Canada deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Canada is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 7/48:25 amBSL - ORD
2 stops20h 40mAir Canada
Sun 7/201:01 pmORD - BSL
2 stops14h 54mAir Canada
Deal found 4/17$851
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 4/1910:35 amBSL - ORD
1 stop30h 05mTurkish Airlines
Fri 4/2511:25 amORD - BSL
1 stop23h 35mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/17$853
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/182:25 pmBSL - ORD
1 stop30h 45mKLM
Sun 4/204:20 pmORD - BSL
1 stop14h 30mKLM
Deal found 4/17$924
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/1810:15 amBSL - MDW
2 stops15h 05mKLM
Sun 4/203:02 pmMDW - BSL
2 stops15h 48mKLM
Deal found 4/17$938
This Austrian Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Austrian Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 6/18:25 pmBSL - ORD
1 stop23h 55mAustrian Airlines
Sun 6/84:20 pmORD - BSL
1 stop34h 20mAustrian Airlines
Deal found 4/17$1,004

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Basel to Chicago that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 17, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago that are best for you.

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BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 5/24

11:50 am-11:45 am

1 stop30h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

4:44 pm-10:50 pm

2 stops23h 06m

$454

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 5/24

11:50 am-6:15 pm

1 stop13h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Tue 6/3

8:30 pm-7:15 pm

1 stop15h 45m

$455

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 7/4

6:00 am-4:18 pm

2 stops17h 18m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/20

9:15 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop18h 35m

$628

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 7/18

6:05 am-2:55 pm

1 stop15h 50m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Mon 7/28

3:35 pm-9:10 am

1 stop10h 35m

$654

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sat 5/24

10:15 am-6:45 pm

2 stops15h 30m

Chicago Midway

Wed 6/4

7:25 pm-5:55 pm

2 stops15h 30m

$691

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 7/4

9:45 am-8:10 pm

2 stops17h 25m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/20

1:09 pm-9:10 am

2 stops13h 01m

$781

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Fri 7/4

8:25 am-10:05 pm

2 stops20h 40m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 7/20

1:01 pm-10:55 am

2 stops14h 54m

$851

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Thu 7/3

6:15 am-4:18 pm

2 stops17h 03m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Thu 7/10

10:35 am-9:30 am

2 stops15h 55m

$991

BaselChicago

BSL - ORD

BSLORD

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Sun 6/1

8:25 pm-1:20 pm

1 stop23h 55m

Chicago O'Hare Intl

Sun 6/8

4:20 pm-9:40 am

1 stop34h 20m

$1,004

BaselChicago

BSL - MDW

BSLMDW

Basel EuroAirport Swiss

Wed 7/30

10:15 am-6:28 pm

2 stops15h 13m

Chicago Midway

Wed 8/6

1:00 pm-9:30 am

2 stops13h 30m

$1,151

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Rainfall in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Chicago ranges from 1.7 - 4.9 inches per month. August is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Chicago when rainfall is around 1.7 in.

Temperature in Chicago by month

Plan your trip to Chicago by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Chicago, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 23.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Chicago

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Chicago. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Chicago. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Delta, KLM and Austrian Airlines from Basel to Chicago. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
KLM
7.8
Good
1,329 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Austrian Airlines
7.6
Good
775 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
Air France
7.5
Good
1,435 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Delta
8.0
Very good
7,917 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

7.9

Entertainment

7.9

Crew

8.5

Food

7.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Aaron,Oct 2024

TUS - LAX

Delta has consistently been the best U.S. airline for my travels and this flight was no exception

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Basel to Chicago?

    Basel EuroAirport Swiss (BSL), located 3.6 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly out of when you book flights from Basel to Chicago. 0 airlines have flights from EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago on a regular basis. Booking flights from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Chicago per day.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago round-trip?

    According to our current data, American Airlines ($454), British Airways ($455), and Lufthansa ($654) offers the cheapest pricing from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago one-way?

    $606 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from British Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lufthansa and Delta, with prices starting from $700 and $963, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Basel to Chicago that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Basel to Chicago flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Basel to Chicago?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Basel to Chicago.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Basel to Chicago?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Basel to Chicago by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago?

    Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago (average of $245). Flying from Basel EuroAirport Swiss to Chicago in March is currently the most expensive (average of $321). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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